“I flatlined. I lost my husband. I lost years. But I never lost myself.”

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Cyndee Dhalai

Cyndee has been called a medical enigma. Surviving multiple near-death experiences, living 11 years in a wheelchair, and allergic to nearly every drug. But that’s not the story she chooses to tell.

Instead, she tells us what it means to begin again. To grieve without drowning. To listen when the body breaks and answer back with spirit.

A poet, educator, and the author of Grief is the Price You Pay for Love, Cyndee joins us for an unforgettable conversation about presence, purpose, and the long, slow climb back to yourself.

More Than Flesh, streaming now on all Melting Pot

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"You’re not too old. You’re just telling yourself that.”

After 34 years working with the blind, David Petrovay walked away- burnt out, but not done.

Today, he helps people reframe their stories, identify their strengths, and step into careers that actually feel meaningful.

David’s not just a coach. He’s a former educator, a narrative builder, and someone who’s walked the hard road of reinvention.

In this episode of Melting Pot, we talk about:

– Listening to the real story you’re telling yourself

– Burnout, belief, and bold transitions

– What makes a career “worthwhile”

– And why it’s never too late to rewrite your next chapter

Episode streaming on Spotify, Apple podcast, YouTube or wherever you may listen to podcasts

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What if your ‘positivity’ is actually hiding self-loathing?

When Suzan Peltekian walked away from a thriving real estate career, it wasn’t just a professional pivot, it was a radical act of self-trust.

In this episode, Suzan reveals:

-The silent grip of toxic positivity

-The one decision that rewired her life

-Her Miracle Morning rituals that turn intention into action

-Why your subconscious mind is running the show (and how to change the script)

This one’s for anyone feeling stuck in a life that looks good on paper but feels like a lie.

🎧 Episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.

#MeltingPotPodcast #SuzanPeltekian #MindsetCoach #MorningRituals #ToxicPositivity #HealingJourney #SelfWorth #LifeByDesign #SubconsciousWork #InnerWork #WellnessWisdom

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From tossing lo hei with Christabel to pickling tea leaves with Thet, this episode takes you on a journey across kitchens, wet markets, hawker stalls, and family dining tables—through the voices of the women who live in this city’s diversity every day.

- A South African barbecue in the tropics.

- A Singaporean-Indians go-to hawker stalls.

- Banana stems and tea leaf salad in Peninsula Plaza.

- Cheese, dim sum, and food rituals that span generations.

🎙️ Listen to “Singapore’s Secret Ingredient? Women Who Keep Its Food Culture Alive” now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you tune in.

Special guests- Christabel Lim, Cindy De Oude, Sofiah Schuetzenberger, Suzanna Rueegger Koechli, Thet Mandel

This isn’t just about food, it’s about memory, identity, and the flavours that keep us rooted.

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#MeltingPotPodcast #NewEpisode #SingaporeFood #CulturalStories #WomenInFood #ExpatsInSingapore #SingaporeCulture #FoodIsMemory #GlobalVoices #HomeThroughFood #StorytellingThroughFood

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What do dinosaurs, planets, and squats have in common? For Raj Khedun, they were the starting points of a lifelong search for deeper meaning.

In episode 9 of our ongoing season 19, we sit down with the dynamic founder of Keep Fit Kingdom, who’s on a mission to help a billion people live healthily to 100. A seasoned relationship coach, yogi, author, and wellness entrepreneur, Raj shares how his childhood curiosity evolved into the 3:3 Metaverse Breathing Method- a simple, powerful technique that’s helping people overcome anxiety and insomnia in under 3 minutes.

We talk about:

- How early questions about evolution and the cosmos sparked a quest for purpose

- Why he believes wellness should replace pharma as the frontline of healing

- What schools should be teaching about human potential

- The 5 life areas every person needs to balance

- And why squats might just be the secret to happiness

If you’re someone who’s constantly questioning, seeking alignment, or trying to tap into more of yourself- this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air.

🎧 Listen now and find a deeper way of thinking (and breathing). Episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.

#RajKhedun #MeltingPotPodcast #KeepFitKingdom #7Minutes2Bliss #BreathworkHealing #HumanPotential #WellnessJourney #AnxietyRelief #InsomniaSupport #CuriousMinds #TransformationalCoach

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After walking away from a high-powered legal career and a life that wasn’t truly hers, Sophia Elan (aka Debra Buhring) found healing, purpose, and a voice. In this powerful conversation, she shares how she transformed years of trauma into a life of authenticity. Through travel, writing, and heart- centered living.

Tune in to hear how Sophia broke free from toxic patterns and built a life aligned with who she really is.

#SophiaElan #MeltingPotPodcast #TraumaToTransformation #HeartCenteredLiving #WomenWhoRewrite #HealingThroughTravel #EmotionalResilience #LiveAuthentically #BreakingFree

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At 60, Barry Finlay climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, and it changed everything. What started as a personal challenge became a bestselling book, a decade of philanthropy, and an unexpected award from the Queen. In this episode, Barry shares the real story behind the mountain, the writing journey that followed, and why it’s never too late to start over.

🎧 Hit play for a story of reinvention, resilience, and quiet courage.

Episode available on all podcast streaming platforms, on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.

#AuthorLife #SecondActSuccess #ResilienceStories #RealLifeInspiration #AdventureToAuthor #BarryFinlayEpisode #TheKilimanjaroChapter #JustKeepClimbing #StoriesFromTheSummit

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What if the food you eat could help you feel calmer, more grounded, and less stressed?

When Llance Kezner and his wife, Lori, started experimenting in their kitchen, they had no idea their creations would become award-winning products found in thousands of stores. But behind Keep Life Tasty is a simple mission—to make food that brings comfort, both physically and emotionally.

From their first-ever garlic condiment (a happy accident) to Millie’s Sipping Broth, a soothing, savory tea bag that helps curb cravings and ease stress, their journey has been anything but conventional.

In this episode, Llance shares:

✨ Turning a tough moment into a thriving family business

✨ The magic of food as a tool for emotional well-being

✨ The real ups and downs of running a business with your partner

It’s a story of resilience, creativity, and heart.

🎧 Tune in now! #KeepLifeTasty #StressRelief #MeltingPotPodcast

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